Description
Juicy chicken skewers coated in a creamy sweet and spicy bang bang sauce, cooked until perfectly tender and served with extra sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
16 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
For the Bang Bang Sauce
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
2/3 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
2 teaspoons hot chili sauce (more to taste)
2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed chicken, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss well until evenly coated.
2. Thread 4 to 5 pieces of chicken onto each soaked skewer.
3. Whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, hot chili sauce, and honey until smooth.
4. Divide sauce in half. Brush one portion onto the chicken.
5. Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
6. Arrange skewers in a single layer and cook for 11 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway.
7. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
8. Transfer to a plate and brush with reserved sauce before serving.
Notes
Oven Method: Bake at 400°F for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway, then brush with sauce before serving.
Grill Method: Grill over medium-high heat for 8 to 10 minutes per side until 165°F, then brush with sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American-Asian Fusion